ABOUT MERCY HIGH SCHOOL SAN FRANCISCOMercy High School, San Francisco, educates women to pursue lives of spiritual and intellectual depth, determination, and daring action to improve our world as an inclusive, Catholic, college preparatory community enlivened by the Gospel of Jesus and the charism of the Sisters of Mercy.POSITION OVERVIEWThe Director of Facilities reports to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and supervises physical plant operations including all buildings and grounds, utilities, energy management systems and safety/security systems in order to provide a safe, healthy, and comfortable environment for students, faculty and staff. The individual in this position is responsible for the scheduling and supervision of maintenance and repair activities, contracted services, and custodial services, and ensuring the physical operation of the school meets budgetary and strategic objectives.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIESResponsible for all day-to-day operations related to maintenance, janitorial and gardening aspects of the school plant.

SUPERVISION:

Schedules and supervises maintenance workers engaged in building and grounds upkeep and repair; responsible for safety and security, electrical, plumbing, and heating services

With assigned maintenance staff personnel walk through of campus that fall under the night crew (outsourced) responsibility to ensure work is completed satisfactorily

Ensures the proper disposal of hazardous and controlled wastes in compliance with regulations and guidelines; works directly with outside agencies such as OSHA, and local and state health departments as required

Evaluates the need for and arranges physical plant training sessions (bloodborne pathogens, OSHA, MSDS, and other job-related training) both in-house and off campus

Responsible for security of the plant and all emergency apparatus such as exit lighting, fire extinguishers, emergency (earthquake) supplies. Serve on Safety Committee in preparation for crisis management

Dedication to the mission and charism of Mercy High School San Francisco.

Passion for the empowerment of young women a must.

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, building trades, or related field

Five or more years of progressively more responsible experience in physical plant maintenance, with three or more years of supervisory experience, or; combination of education and experience commensurate with the requirements of this position

Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with faculty, staff, and administrators

Experience in operational and strategic planning as well as budget development

Ability to effectively communicate ideas and information in written and oral format to administrative staff, professional colleagues, governing boards

Flexible and willing to work some evenings and/or weekends

TO APPLY

To apply for this position, or ask for additional information, email a copy of your resume, a cover letter, and 3 references tojobs@mercyhs.org. Your cover letter should explain why you are interested in the position and what unique qualities you would bring to the role.

Strict confidentiality will be maintained for all applicants and only finalists’ references will be contacted.​